Date Of Birth: April 20, 1925
Date Of Death: April 24, 2007
John H. Burkhard, Zionsville, passed away peacefully in his home on April 24, 2007. He was 82 years young. Born on April 20, 1925 in Indianapolis, IN, he was the son of John H. Burkhard, Sr. and Clara V. Hansmann Burkhard.A veteran of WWII, John served in the US Army from 1944 to 1946. He met his English bride, Beryl Rosina Clarke Burkhard while stationed in England. They were married on April 27, 1946 in Bracknell, Berkshire, England and returned to the US in 1946, establishing their home in the Indianapolis area. They were happily married for 46 years. Beryl preceded him in death in 1992.John attended Tri-State University in Angola, IN and Shrevenham University in England. He was a custom home builder, building homes in Zionsville, Carmel and Indianapolis. During his retirement, he became an extremely talented and gifted woodworker – lovingly designing and crafting beautiful wood pieces and furniture.John was an active parishioner for many years at St. Louis de Montfort in Fishers IN. He was a generous contributor to the growth of St. Louis de Montfort. The stained glass windows in the church were gifts by John in memory of his parents, John and Clara Burkhard and his brother, Joseph Burkhard. The Bell Tower at St. Louis de Montfort was donated and built by John in memory of his wife and himself.Together, John and Beryl were blessed with nine children, all of whom survive him. Alane Burkhard Allen (Bruce), John D. Burkhard, Therese Burkhard (Gerry Smith), Lisa Maria Burkhard, Kathyrn Burkhard Cotton (Doug), Annette Burkhard Graham (Tom), Christopher Burkhard (Jill), Mark Burkhard (Alison), and Mary Burkhard Funk (Terry).He is also survived by 19 grandchildren, 9 great grandchildren, sisters – Margaret Burkhard Chiplis, Cecilia Burkhard, Joanne Burkhard Yurko and sister-in-law – Margaret Clarke Dolen and brother-in-law – Lee Dolen. He is preceded in death by his sisters, Mary Catherine Burkhard Beal, Clara Francis Burkhard, Patricia Burkhard Trout and one brother, Joseph W. Burkhard.A memorial celebration to honor his life will be held in the Chapel at Hoosier Village Retirement Center, 5300 W 96th St. Zionsville on Sunday, April 29, 2007 at 2:00pm. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to St. Vincent DePaul or Hoosier Village Retirement Center.
Helen and Joe says
We share the heart ache of losing a father and best friend. May God bless you all. And may we all find
love and peace.
Helen and Joe
Hugo and Leslie says
Kit, We are so sorry for your loss and for all of the suffering you have been through recently. We are thinking of you.
Love Hugo and Leslie Sakson
Sister Ann Paula Pohlman says
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of John.I saw Clara Rose’s notice in the Criterion a few weeks ago.Our Mother, Louise Pohlman, loved to go to her “Counsin’s reunion.” every year. Special regards to Alane. Her friend, s.Jane Marie, is now one of our superiors at The Woods.I enjoyed my trip to Rome for St.Mother Theodore’s canonization in Oct.Prayers to all. Love,Sister Ann Paula(Mary Lou Pohlman)
Rorbert Gina Barbato says
Dear Kit, Doug, John, Tish & family,
You have our deepest and most sincere condolences on your loss. You will all be in our thoughts and prayers.
gregg lisa lamott says
mary pat funk says
To all of my brothers and sisters, thank you for helping to care of Pop so he could enjoy his last days at home. It was truly remarkable how we all come together as a family. But as Pop’s favorite saying, “What the hell are you doing?” Take care everyone. So long Pop! We love you and will miss you forever.
mary pat funk says
To all of my brothers and sisters, thank you for helping to care of Pop so he could enjoy his last days at home. It was truly remarkable how we all come together as a family. But as Pop’s favorite saying, “What the hell are you doing?” Take care everyone. So long Pop! We love you and will miss you forever.
mary pat funk says
To all of my brothers and sisters, thank you for helping to care of Pop so he could enjoy his last days at home. It was truly remarkable how we all come together as a family. But as Pop’s favorite saying, “What the hell are you doing?” Take care everyone. So long Pop! We love you and will miss you forever.
Jim Debbie Siener says
Therese, please accept our condolences for your Dad.
Jim & Deb
Frank and Elaine Rosen says
A fine family man. We were friends for over 35 years.
Robert and Kate Sellers says
Mark and Alison,
We are so sorry for your loss. We know this is a very hard time for you. Please know you’re in our thoughts and prayers.
Love,
Robert and Kate Sellers
Jill Burkhard says
With all our love. We will miss you. Jill,Chris , Jamie, Joey, and Jenna